Ideally located on the heights of Lake Serre-Ponçon, at the crossroads of Ubaye and Durance, the town of Sauze du Lac is a must-see tourist site with one of the prettiest views of the Hautes-Alpes. A few kilometers from the village is the leisure center of Port-Saint-Pierre, located on the banks of the largest artificial lake in Europe: Serre-Ponçon, its beach is a haven of peace where it is good to rest, you will find a picnic area, pétanque and volleyball games, and more than 2000 m2 of lawn to relax and enjoy the generous sunshine of the Hautes-Alpes. You can also practice water sports: sailing, jet-skiing, canoeing, pedal boats, boats with or without license, ball games. The cottage is on the first floor of a house divided into 2 cottages that have been restored with taste. It has an independent entrance, you will appreciate the warm wooden decor. The cottage has a living and relaxation area with TV, opening onto balcony. Built-in kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, freezer). Shower room, wc, washing machine, a bedroom. (1 bed 2 people). On the floor 2 rooms (1 bed 2 people, 3 beds 1 person). Electric heating. Garden furniture, barbecue, possibility of renting sheets. A few kilometers away, you can discover the animal park of Serre-Ponçon: you will be able to see very closely the marmots in their enclosures, the animators will make you discover their life, their cycle of reproduction, etc ... you will be able to also discover the foxes, and all the farm animals, rabbits, chickens, guinea pigs, little goats, ... The birds of prey will give you a demonstration in free flight: Eagles, owls, hawks, vultures, storks ... Evolve freely above of your heads ...

Going on holiday with one or more children is not always easy. That's why we have created the 'loving baby' stay. No need to bring all baby's things and overload your car, your hosts will provide the necessary equipment: cot, high chair, changing mat, etc. The owners will advise you on family activities and outings accessible with a push chair. In some cases they can even arrange babysitters so that you can spend an evening alone together.

The Parpaillon massif

The Parpaillon massif is the massif of the ubaye Valley. It marks the separation between the Hautes-Alpes and the Alpes de Haute-Provence. It extends Lac de Serre-Ponçon, the Col de Vars. The best-known peaks include the great Parpaillon (2990 m), the great Berard (3046 m) or even the great Morgon (2327 m) which dominates the Lake of Serre-Ponçon.

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Lac de Serre-Ponçon et sa région

Tourist Office: COMITE DE PROMOTION DE L'EMBRUNAIS

Local activities: The Serre-Ponçon Lake is an artificial lake created by a dam on the Durance. It is the second largest artificial lake in Europe. Sports availble: water-skiing, sky-surfing, boating and other water sports. Or take advantage of the beaches.

Places to visit: Muséoscope du Lac: find out about the history of the construction of the Grand Morgon dam (2327 m). Numerous trails with panoramic view on the lake, the 12th century Boscodon Abby situated near Les Crots, and Embrun historic centre.

Savinois - Le Lac de Serre-Ponçon

Tourist Office: OFFICE DE TOURISME DE SAVINES

Local activities: This region is situated in the heart of the Hautes-Alpes on Serre-Ponçon Lake and is surrounded by the peaks of Les Ecrins. The activities: sailing, boating, water skiing, hiking, riding, mountain biking, fishing, tennis, climbing, canoeing, rafting, skiing and snowshoeing.

Places to visit: Visit the Museoscope of Serre-Ponçon, the lake, Chanteloube Bay, the rock formation "Demoiselles Coiffées", Boscodon abbey, le Grand Morgon, Embrun and its cathedral, the square tower, the cliffs overlooking the Durance and the old town centre.

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Le Sauze-du-Lac

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